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England vs. Croatia Projected Lineups, Starting 11 for World Cup 2026 Group L Game in Dallas
Anthony Gordon and Noni Madueke are expected to start as Thomas Tuchel weighs fitness concerns and form in England’s opener against Croatia.
- England begins its 2026 World Cup campaign tonight against Croatia at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, opening Group L play at 4 p.m. ET.
- This encounter revives a bitter rivalry, as Croatia eliminated England in the 2018 World Cup semifinals in Russia; the tournament marks the 60-year anniversary of England's only previous title won in 1966.
- Manager Thomas Tuchel faces key selection decisions, with Anthony Gordon and Noni Madueke projected to start alongside captain Harry Kane, while Jordan Pickford and John Stones anchor the defense.
- Prioritizing structure, Tuchel emphasizes tactical flexibility, stating the squad includes "specialists for all different kinds of scenarios," as both teams likely avoid excessive risk in the opening fixture.
- Croatia remains a formidable opponent after reaching the semifinals in Qatar four years ago, and the Group L outcome will significantly shape both nations' tournament paths.
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England and Croatia kick off their 2026 World Cup campaigns today when they meet at Dallas Stadium in the United States, in the first round of group stage matches...
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Leaning Left8Leaning Right4Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution53% Left
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- 53% of the sources lean Left
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L 53%
C 20%
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